Synonyms of gusty

gusty

adjective

as in windy

marked by strong wind or more wind than usual

watch out for gusty conditions as the storm blows in

Synonyms & Similar Words

• windy
• blustery
• breezy
• blowy
• squally
• drafty
• stormy
• tempestuous

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• calm
• still
• motionless
• breathless

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of gusty

Winds will be gusty out of the northeast at 10 to 25 mph with gusts over 30 mph possible. — Steven Sosna, CBS News, 21 Sep. 2026

Winds may not be quite as strong near Sacramento in the evening as the Delta breeze counteracts some of the north winds — a peculiar setup — but could still be gusty in sudden bursts. — Sean MacAday, Sacbee.com, 11 Sep. 2026

Between the brick wall, gusty winds and unpredictable weather, Wrigley Field is a particularly difficult place to play center field. — Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026

In addition to flooding, the storm may produce locally gusty winds, especially near the coast and within heavier thunderstorms, AccuWeather said. — Doyle Rice, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026

Forecasters said triple-digit temperatures, deep atmospheric mixing, locally gusty winds and low humidity in interior areas could produce elevated to briefly critical fire weather conditions. — City News Service, Daily News, 28 Aug. 2026

The fabric hangs loosely while still providing a flattering fit, flowing elegantly in the breeze on gusty fall days. — Melody Kazel, PEOPLE, 21 Aug. 2026

Some areas will also see gusty winds, with gusts of 35 to 40 mph in the Antelope Valley, according to the weather service. — Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 3 Aug. 2026